Improving Lean Practices in Small Batches

I’ve been exploring how to better implement lean practices in our small batch production lines… For instance, our recent shift to a just-in-time inventory system has cut down waste, but I’m curious about what other tools or methodologies might help optimize our setup further. Has anyone found effective strategies for minimizing downtime during changeovers?

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Have you tried using SMED techniques for quick changeovers? They can really minimize downtime. Check out this resource: https://www.lean.org/lexicon/single-minute-exchange-of-die.

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Consider mapping out your changeover steps to identify bottlenecks — it’s helped us streamline things — how much time are you currently spending on changeovers?

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